Learn more about this dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New developments in learning technology have provided the means for students in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. MOOCs are customarily free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is good? How can institutions ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Svalbard to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? Interaction, feedback and online support are the most important things that help students succeed in MOOC courses. How can teachers manage problems like low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a increasing desire to perceive how MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other participants want to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open educational ventures. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing desire for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also examines the key controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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